Günter's Style of Naturalism

Paul Gunter’s art photography is, on the whole, categorized as naturalism. His artistic work is largely beautiful landscapes that make viewers feel as if they could walk right between the trees. He expertly employs a soft focus that mimics the human eye, meaning it focuses clearly on one point while allowing the surrounding objects to blur away ever so slightly, and a careful tonality that reflects the different tones of nature. However, Gunter was not satisfied to only create naturalistic photography; instead, he experimented with both his style and subject. Stylistically, he often experimented with movement in his photos, specifically the sway of trees in the wind and the rush of water in crisp streams. He expanded his subjects to include exquisite Louisville architecture and posed portraits in nature, including portraits of the African American community. His work, though part of a larger style, helps us now to see nature and his community as he did: with unending curiosity and clear admiration.